Elaine (Lainey) Helen Murray, 76, of Mt. Juliet, TN, passed away February 26, 2016.
She was born January 25, 1940, in Aberdeen, SD. She attended Aberdeen Central High School and graduated in 1959. She married Pat Murray in 1962. They were married for 53 years. In 1971, they moved to Chandler, AZ where they raised their two daughters, Melissa and Molly. In 1983, they moved to Morristown, TN where they owned and operated Taco John’s restaurant franchise. In 2013 they retired to Mt. Juliet, TN.
She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She loved her family fiercely. She also loved playing bridge (Life Master), reading and being actively involved in the Del Webb community.
She is survived by her husband, Pat Murray; her two daughters; Melissa Schwab (Brad) of O’Fallon, MO and Molly Wheeler (Jimmy) of Franklin, TN; her grandchildren: Garrett Schwab of Springfield, IL; Amanda Schwab of Springfield, IL; Zachary Wheeler of Franklin, TN and Abby Wheeler of Franklin, TN; siblings: Marie Bartholf (Loren) of Kennewick, WA; Joanie Osborne of Arvada, CO and Bob Pfeiffer (Kathy) of Rapid City, SD; as well as many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Ann Pfeiffer; siblings Bill and Ron Pfeiffer; Margie Parsons; brother-in-law, Marlon Osborne and infant son, Michael Patrick.
Visitation will be Saturday, March 5 from 9-11 am at St. Stephen Catholic Community Church. A funeral mass will follow at 11:00 am. A reception will follow the mass.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Stephen Catholic Community, 14544 Lebanon Road, Old Hickory, 37138.
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Pam Parsons
Aunt Lainey was a very special lady who made everyone around her smile. I will miss her and regret I never got to visit her in TN. I love you my zany Lainey!
Frankie and Marty O'Toole
Our deepest condolences to Lainey’s loving husband Pat and her children and family that she loved and cared for on this earth. She will continue to do so in her new heavenly home with God and all of His angels. We love you Lainey!
Melinda Jankord-Steedman
My deepest sympathy to you, Pat, Melissa and Molly and all your families. From your Gianoli/Francoli cousin.
Shawn Kelly Ethan & Abby Osborne
We are so sorry for your loss. Lainey was a very special lady. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Claudia Pfeiffer
I can’t possibly put into words my sorrow at the loss of this loving, forgiving, kind sister-in-law. Pat, I hold you and your girls and grandchildren in my heart and prayers.
Marilyn Messel
We will miss your exuberance and love of life. My daughter said you were one of her favorite people here at Del Webb, and I second that.